Median Income
$140,313
87% higher than US avg
Home Value
$376,200
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.6%
95% lower than US avg
How Golden Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,953
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,043/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans12.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$140,313
Per Capita$44,548
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute45 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$376,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation92 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute45 min
Broadband98.3%
Libraries5
Is Golden Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Golden Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Golden Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Golden Beach is $140,313, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Golden Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Golden Beach is $376,200, 33% above the national median. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Golden Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Golden Beach has a population of 3,953 with a density of 1,043 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 4.6% Black.
Population
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Golden Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Golden Beach vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Golden Beach is $140,313, which is 87% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.
Income: Golden Beach vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $140,313 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,548 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $100,846 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.6% |
| 95% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,022 |
| County GDP | $6,248M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 156 |
| Healthcare | 197 |
| Retail | 191 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,763 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.27% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 45.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.2% |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
The median home value in Golden Beach is $376,200, 33% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $376,200 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $465,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $465,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $141 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,763 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.27% |
In Golden Beach, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Golden Beach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,742/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 197 |
Crime Rates: Golden Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Golden Beach has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,043/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4897°N, 76.7007°W |
| County FIPS | 24009 |